 To search with a place name and did you map for schools just type your place name for example London in the search box. Select the magnifying glass button. If there's more than one match for your place name the search results will be displayed below the search box. You can select your place name from the list. Note that place name results are separated into two lists UK places and world places. Once you've selected your result a map is generated on the map window that centres on your chosen place name. You should be able to find all countries and major cities with our search tool. What you won't find are places of interest such as Legoland. Your search doesn't work in the same way as say Google Maps. To find your school use the postcode rather than trying to type the school name.